Looking for a summer camp? Here’s a list of opportunities for kids while school is out

It may still feel like winter outside, but it’s time to start planning for summer. Midlands parents hae a host of options for their kids while school is out — and not all of those options are finalized yet. Don’t see your camp? Add it at thestate.com/ camp. We’ll keep updating this list at gocolumbia.com.

Carolina Summer Music Conservatory (day and overnight): Advanced high school students of woodwind, strings, brass, percussion, jazz, voice and piano Grades high school. June 7-13. UofSC School of Music, 813 Assembly St. $400-“$750. sc.edu/music/summer-programs.

Carolina Opera Experience (overnight): Learn the art of props, make-up, costumes, scenery and musical preparation. Grades 5-10. June 22-26. UofSC School of Music, 813 Assembly St. $210. sc.edu/music/summer-programs.

UofSC Summer Guitar Camp: Explore the basics of music reading, strumming, picking and finger-picking techniques in solo and group settings. Ages 8 and up. 9 a.m.-noon, June 22-26. UofSC School of Music, 813 Assembly St. $195. sc.edu/music/summer-programs.

String Project Summer Camp: Students who have completed one year of instruction develop skills on an orchestral string instrument. Grades 3-high school. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 27-31. String Project Building, 851 Park St. $135. sc.edu/music/summer-programs.

UofSC Summer Drama Conservatory: A summer acting intensive. High school camp (grades 9-12): 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. July 13-31; Middle school camp (grades 6-8) and upper elementary camp (grades 4-5): 9 a.m.-noon, July 13-24; Early elementary camp (grades 1-3): 9 a.m.-noon July 27-31. UofSC Booker T. Washington Building, 1400 Wheat St. $225-$700. theatre.sc.edu, duffyp@mailbox.sc.edu, 803-777-1277.

Limón South Summer Workshop (overnight): Intensive training in Limón Technique, Classic Limón Repertory and Contemporary Repertory. Intermediate and advanced-level dancers age 15 and older. June 7-13. UofSC Dance Studios, 324 Sumter St. $545 plus $295 for on-campus housing and meals. http://bit.ly/LimonSouth.

Broadway at USC: Musical Theatre Workshop: Integrated music, dance and theatre training. Ages 12-20. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 25-Aug. 1. UofSC Dance Studios, 324 Sumter St. $525. http://bit.ly/BroadwayAtUSC

Phone Selfie Science: Learn to use their personal smart devices as tools in creating self-portraits in a variety of media, including college, charcoal, colored pencil, and acrylic paint. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 22-26. 701 Center for Contemporary Arts, 701 Whaley St. $150 for non-members; $135 for members. www.701cca.org/summercamp.

Origami: Learn how to make animals and plants through paper folding and cutting. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 6-10. 701 Center for Contemporary Arts, 701 Whaley St. $150 for non-members; $135 for members. www.701cca.org/summercamp.

Lights, Camera, Art & Technology: An introduction to technology in art or technology as a tool using photography and video formats to teach digital processes such as printing techniques, scanning, inkjet transfers, DIY green screen, and music composition. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 13-17. 701 Center for Contemporary Arts, 701 Whaley St. $150 for non-members; $135 for members. www.701cca.org/summercamp.

STEAM Junktown Carnival: Learn how to measure, design, and engineer the making of at least five carnival-themed creations including a Clown in a Wheel, a House of Weird, a Ferris wheel, a motorized carousel, and other carnival games. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 27-31. 701 Center for Contemporary Arts, 701 Whaley St. $150 for non-members; $135 for members. www.701cca.org/summercamp.

Indian Folk: Explore the history, motifs and techniques of Indian folk art styles such as Madhubani, which uses bright colors and intricate patterns; Warli, which creates characters using a simple and complex line style; and Lippan, a clay art form. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 3-7. 701 Center for Contemporary Arts, 701 Whaley St. $150 for non-members; $135 for members. www.701cca.org/summercamp.

Private Piano Lessons: Students of beginning to early intermediate levels will work one-on-one with the instructor, learning technique, theory, and a variety of repertoire. Grades pre-K-12 and adults. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 1-July 31. Hammond School, 845 Galway Lane. $35 per 30-minute lesson; $70 per one-hour lesson. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Upstart Crows: Learn the depths of Shakespeare and the heights of scene building and improvisation. June 8-19. Two sessions: 9-10 a.m. for grades 5-8; 1-4 p.m. for grades 9-12. Hammond School at the Bank of America Theater, 845 Galway Lane. $185. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

“Where The Wild Things Are” at Hammond: Campers will learn to use expressive voices, develop confidence on the stage, make sets, put together costumes, and bring the story to life for a performance. Grades pre-K-8. 9 a.m.- noon. June 1-5. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $165. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Beach Party Dance Camp: Campers will spend the day dancing to the songs of the summer and create crafts that will help us have fun in the sun. Grades pre-K-4. 1-4 p.m. June 1-5. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $165. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Glitz and Glam Dance Camp: Campers will do their nails, style their hair, and create their own fashion accessories. Dance performance at the end of the week. Grades pre-K-5. 1-4 p.m. June 8-12. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $165. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

“The Elves and The Shoemaker” Come to Hammond: Campers will re-enact the story and make the sets and the costumes. Showcase presentation at the end of camp. Rising pre-K-8. 9 a.m.-noon. June 15-19. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $165. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Craft Masters: Discover your crafty side and sharpen your creativity as we design mementos. Grades 3-6. 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-26. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $180. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Manners and Monet: Hands-on program that introduces campers to basic etiquette skills and applications of art mediums.Take home a portfolio of completed artwork. Grades pre-K-2. 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-26, July 13-17, July 27-31. Hammond School; 845 Galway Lane. $135. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Musical Theater: Campers will sing songs and stage scenes from Broadway musicals. The week will end with a performance. Grades 1-8. 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-26. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $165. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

“The Sneetches” Come to Hammond: Students will learn basic acting skills, make sets and props. Costumes provided. Grades pre-K-8. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $165. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Hip Hop Camp (KidFit): Set to clean music and with age-appropriate choreography, campers learn the newest styles of dance. Ages 5-12. $65. Two locations: 1-4 p.m. July 6-9, 9 a.m.-noon. Aug. 10-13. Crooked Creek Park, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin; 9 a.m.-noon. June 8-11, July 6-9. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. www.icrc.net.

STEM and Academic Camps: From robotics to coding to engineering camps, the Sylvan Learning Center has 15 camps throughout the summer offering engaging activities and games to keep young minds active. Camps from June 8-Aug. 14. Days and times vary for each camp. Grades 4-12. Sylvan Learning Center, 130 Forum Drive, Suite 9; 1270 Bower Parkway, Suite C10. $145-$299. 803-741-0999. 800-EDUCATE. locations.sylvanlearning.com/us/columbia-sc.

Small Stories, Big Adventures: Camp uses children’s books as inspiration for you imagination to make amazing creations. Ages 6-8. June 8-12, July 13-17. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

How to Train Your Robot: Learn about linear language with LittleBits connector kits, inputs and outputs with Cubelets, and how to talk to Ozobot Evo using nothing but colors. Ages 6-8. June 15-19, July 20-24. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

Tiny Tinkerers: Explore the world of tinkering and use hands-on science to create gadgets. Campers will design LED Creations, experiment with play-dough circuits, and create catapult canvases. Ages 6-8. June 22-26, July 27-31. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

No Backbones About It: Explore the world of our spineless friends. Get your bug on with a bug walk, learn about octopuses, and take part in an invertebrate relay. Ages 6-8. June 29-July 3, Aug 3-7. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

Exploring Our Space: Explore our celestial neighborhood in the museum’s planetarium and take home the universe in their pockets. Ages 6-8. July 6-10, Aug. 10-14. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

Journey Through the Stars: Familiarize yourself with the night sky and learn how to make tools that astronomers use to study the cosmos. Ages 9-11. June 8-12, July 13-17. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

The Art of Tinkering: Get creative with chemistry, explore the science of sound, and reach new heights with a rocket launching challenge. Ages 9-11. June 15-19, July 20-24. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

Mythical Monsters and Where We Find Them: From flights of fancy to monsters of the deep, learn the truth behind these myths and their origins. Ages 9-11. June 22-26, July 27-31. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

Meet Your Maker(s): Campers will discover creations throughout history, design slime, create candles, and learn to sew-a-circuit while creating wearable tech. Ages 9-11. June 29-July 3, Aug. 3-7. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

Java the Bots: Campers will learn to code using color, pre-formed sentence blocks, java, and python. Camp is adaptable to everyone’s binary abilities. Ages 9-11. July 6-10, Aug. 10-14. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

Professionals…in Spaaaaaace: Students will assemble a mission crew, analyze the surface features of Mars, and stay fit in microgravity. A real NASA professional will check in with the “training crew” via video chat to answer any budding astronomy questions. Ages 12-14. June 15-19. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

Art is All Around Us: Craft Dave the Potter-influenced jugs and follow the lines of Clay Rice silhouettes. Campers will explore Columbia’s public art and create a community mural. Ages. 12-14. June 22-26. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

Keys to the Past: Explore the ins and outs of how-to history. Home skills using cemetery taxonomy, examine monuments, and piece together a little archaeological puzzle-work. Ages 12-14. June 29-July 3. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

SciPOP: This camp is all about popular culture, the science behind our favorite genres, and how it all comes together to influence our everyday lives. Ages 12-14. July 27-31. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

We Like it A Bot: Explore our newest robot: Sphero RVR, a customizable and hackable all-terrain, high torque robot fully loaded and easily programmed. Combine the RVRs with Sphero Bolts to complete tasks and take on creative challenges. Ages 12-14. Aug. 3-7. SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. For times and pricing, go to www.scmuseum.org.

Girls Go for I.T.: Hands-on coding camp with an emphasis on opportunities for girls in STEM and IT careers. Grades 6-8. 8:30 a.m.-noon. June 15-19, June 22-29. University of South Carolina College of Education, 820 Main St. $90 ($80 before May 1). ggfit.org.

Computer Programming I: Learn the basics of creating using computers and drag-and-drop programming. Ages 5-11. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 10-14. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $240. www.icrc.net.

Alphabet Boot Camp: Practice letter recognition (capital and lowercase) and letter sounds using play-based, hands-on, multisensory resources. Grades pre-K-1. 9 a.m.-noon. July 13-17, July 27-31. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $150. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Builders in Training: Create designs and make structures using building blocks and recyclable materials. Grades pre-K-5. 9 a.m.-noon. July 6-10. Hammond School, Galway Lane. $180. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Book Club: Campers will build dioramas, explore acting out a scene, or preparing a monologue from one of their books. Grades 3-5. 1-4 p.m. June 22-26, July 27-31. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $150. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

English 7 Splash: Campers will analyze short stories, address vocabulary, parts of speech, sentence dissections, create two pre-writings, and a rough draft. Grades 7-8. 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-26; 1-4 p.m. July 13-17. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $150. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Beginning Readers’ Club: Campers will read books together and engage in literacy activities that strengthen their letter and word recognition as well as comprehension skills. Grades 1-2. 1-4 p.m. June 15-19, July 20-24. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $150. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

PSAT/SAT Math Prep: Students will practice and study the types of problems they will see on the math portion of the PSAT/SAT. Grades 9-12. 2-4:30 p.m. June 15-19, July 20-24. $300. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Mystical Creature Adventures: Learn about the Lochness Monster, Big Foot, Greek Gods and other mythical creatures. Grades 2-4. 9 a.m.-noon. June 15-19. Hammond School, 845 Galway Lane. $180. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Handwriting Without Tears Camp: Week of play-based, hands-on multisensory resources to improve placement, writing control, letter spacing, letter orientation, and recall of letters. Grades pre-K-1. 9 a.m.-noon. June 15-19, July 20-24; 1-4 p.m. July 27-31. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $150. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Read With Me Club: Campers will read books together, practice letter and word recognition, and learn about authors and illustrators. Grades pre-K-5. 1-4 p.m. June 8-12, July 13-17. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $150. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Dino Discovery: Build a dinosaur replica and have an archaeological dig just like a real paleontologist. Grades pre-K-5. 9 a.m.-noon. June 1-5. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $180. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

World of Robotics: Students will explore the technology that is used to design and build robots. Campers attending the full-day camp will create two robots. Ages 7-14. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 15-19, July 13-17. $280; 9 a.m.-noon June 15-19, July 13-17. $225; 1-4 p.m. June 15-19, July 13-17. $225. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $280. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Elements of Art Camp: Artists, like scientists, study materials, people, culture and history and then learn to transform this information into something else. Grades pre-K to 8. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 8-12, July 6-10, July 27-31. $250; 9 a.m.-noon June 8-12, July 6-10, July 27-31. $200; 1-4 p.m. June 8-12, July 6-10, July 27-31. $200. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Advanced Robotics Camp: Construct your own remote-controlled robotic arm, produce a video, and build skills that last long after summer. Grades 6 and up. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 6-31. $375; 9 a.m.-noon. July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31. $250; 1-4 p.m. July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31. $250 Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $375. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

World of Imagination Camp: Lego bricks come to life as we travel through Disney's most popular characters and themes. Grades 2-6. Two locations: 1-4 p.m. June 15-19. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. $160; 1-4 p.m. June 22-26. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $160. www.icrc.net.

STEM Careers Camp: Whether you dream about becoming an engineer, doctor, scientist or artist, we have the summer camp just right for you. Grades 2-6. 9 a.m.-noon. June 15-19. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. $160. www.icrc.net.

STEM Careers/World of Imagination Combo: Grades 2-6. Two locations: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 15-19. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. $300; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 22-26. Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $300. www.icrc.net.

Circuit Design Camp: Get an introduction to circuit building and designing real machines and robots. Grades 4 and up. Two locations: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 3-7. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. $240; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 8-12. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $240. www.icrc.net.

App Building Studio Camp: Work like innovators in designing a phone application to solve an engineering or entertainment problem, build and program its prototype and then explore ways to seek out investors for your app. Grades 3 and up. Two locations: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 27-31. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. $240; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 13-17. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $240. www.icrc.net.

Game Making Camp: Take your interest in video gaming to the next level and create something using computer programming. Two locations: Grades 2 and up. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 6-10. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. $240; Ages 7-18. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 27-31. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $240. www.icrc.net.

Gamers/Robotics Combo Camp (Bricks 4 Kidz): Ages 7-11. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 6-10. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway. $300. www.icrc.net.

Junior Builders (Bricks 4 Kidz): Build with Legos using models specially chosen for younger and less-experienced builders. Ages 5-6. Two locations: 9 a.m.-noon. July 6-10. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $160; 9 a.m.-noon. Aug. 3-7. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. $160. www.icrc.net.

Junior Robotics (Bricks 4 Kidz): Drag-and-drop icon-based WeDo software provides an introduction into the world of computer-programming and robotics. Ages 7-11. Two locations: 9 a.m.-noon. July 6-10. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $160; 9 a.m.-noon. Aug. 3-7. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. $160. www.icrc.net.

Gamers Camp (Bricks 4 Kidz): From the classics of the arcades to the latest dance-move-inspiring games, there will be plenty of mining and crafting and building with Legos. Ages 7-11. 1-4 p.m. $160. Two locations: July 6-10. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin; Aug. 3-7. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. www.icrc.net.

EV3 Advanced Robotics Camp (Bricks 4 Kidz): Students will learn about motors, sensors, and software through programming commands and then testing their capabilities using Lego Mindstorms EV3 Robotics. Ages 9-14. $160. Two locations: 9 a.m.-noon. July 20-24. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin; 1-4 pm. July 13-17. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. www.icrc.net.

Stop Motion Movie Making Camp (Bricks 4 Kidz): Students will plan, script, stage, shoot, and produce their own mini-movie using Stop Motion Animation. Ages 9-14. $160. Two locations: 1-4 p.m. July 20-24. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin; 9 a.m.-noon. July 13-17. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. www.icrc.net.

Advanced Robotics/Movie Making Combo: Ages 7-12. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 20-24. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $300. www.icrc.net.

Carolina Master Scholars Adventure Series: Students are able to take advantage of fun and engaging topics such as engineering, law, aerospace, filmmaking, augmented/virtual reality, forensic science, creative writing and more. In addition, students participate in afternoon and evening activities such as bowling, movies, trampoline parks, skating, baseball games and more. Grades 6-12. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. June 7-July 17. $525-$975. It is a day and overnight camp depending on the registration type. www.discover.sc.edu/youth or pups@mailbox.sc.edu.

Sports Galore (KidFit): Campers are exposed to traditional and non-traditional sports. Ages 3-12. 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-25, July 20-23, Aug. 3-6. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $65. www.icrc.net.

All Sports Camp: Campers will learn how to play different sports, sportsmanship and teamwork. Grades 1-5. 1-4 p.m. July 13-17. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $135. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Summer Sports Camp: Camp covers two sports each week. Grades 1-8. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. June 8-Aug. 14. Harbison Community Center, 106 Hillpine Road. $80/week; $60/week additional sibling for Harbison residents. $100/week; $80/week additional sibling for nonresidents. 803-781-2281. dgunter@harbisoncommunity.com or mbrune@harbisoncommunity.com.

Little Hawks Sports Camp: Spend time throwing and catching, running and jumping, bouncing and dribbling, learning rules and games. Grades pre-K-3. 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-26. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $140. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Brussell's Gymnastics Day Camp: Students will have gymnastics time, arts and crafts, science, cooking, and outdoor time. Ages 4-13. 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. June 8-Aug. 18. Brussell’s Gymnastics, 1674 Lake Murray Blvd. $30 a day; $120 a week. www.brussellsgymnastics.com.

Cayce Gymnastics Summer Camp: Gymnastics, dance, cheer, arts and crafts, swimming and outings. Ages 5 and up. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. June 8-Aug. 7. Cayce Gymnastics, 2122 Platt Springs Road, West Columbia. $100 a week (outings not included). caycegymnastics@yahoo.com.

Gymnastics Camp (KidFit): Learn tumbling, bars, balance beam, vaulting, and parallel bars. Ages 3-12. 9 a.m.-noon. July 6-9, July 20-23. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $65. www.icrc.net.

Cheer Camp (KidFit): Learn partner and group stunts, flexibility and tumbling, team routine with music and pom-poms. Ages 3-12. 9 a.m.-noon. $65. Two locations: June 8-11. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin; June 22-25. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. www.icrc.net.

ACX Twisters’ Advanced Cheer Camp: Learn more elite cheers, stunts and tumble. For those who want to cheer in high school, college or try out for an all-star team. Grades 6-12. 1-4 p.m. June 1-5. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $130. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Little Hawks Cheerleading Camp: Learn cheers, dances, jumps. Grades pre-K-4. 9 a.m.-noon. July 27-31. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $130. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Tumbling Camp: This camp is for girls who wish to focus on the tumbling aspect of cheerleading. All levels. Grades pre-K-8. 9 a.m.-noon. June 15-18. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $170. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

ACX Twisters’ Beginner Cheer Camp: Campers will focus on cheers, jumps, dances, tumbling and stunts. Grades pre-K to 4. 9 a.m.-noon. June 1-5. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $130. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Fun with Tennis: Beginner and advanced players will learn technique and tactics. Grades 2-8. 9 a.m.-noon. June 1-5, June 22-26, July 20-24. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $165. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Private Tennis Lessons: Private lessons are available for children, teens, and adults. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 1-July 31. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $35 per 30-minute lesson; $70 per one-hour lesson. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Beginner/Intermediate Tennis Camp: Tennis players will learn basic strokes, how to keep score, and proper court ethics. Ages 6-12. 8:30-11 a.m. June 8-12, June 22-26, July 6-10, July 20-24 The Courts at Saluda Shoals Park, 6071 St. Andrews Road. $125. www.icrc.net.

High School Tennis Training Camp: Players will work on singles and doubles strategy, develop more advanced strokes, footwork, and character development. Ages 13-18. 8:30-11 a.m. July 27-31, Aug. 3-7. The Courts at Saluda Shoals Park, 6071 St. Andrews Road. $125. www.icrc.net.

Junior Tennis Camp: For players of all skill levels including beginners. Ages 7-13. 8:30-11 a.m. June 15-18, June 22-25, July 6-9, July 13-16, July 20-23, July 27-30, Aug. 3-6, Aug. 10-13. Melvin Park Tennis Center, 370A Eptings Camp Road, Chapin. $125. www.icrc.net.

Volleyball Camp: Learn passing, setting, spiking, positioning and strategies. Ages 6-14. 9 a.m.-noon. June 15-18. Crooked Creek Park Community Center 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $70. www.icrc.net.

Lake Murray Volleyball Camp: Ages 9-18. 6:30-9 p.m. $75. Beginners: May 11-14, June 15-18. Intermediate: May 25-28, July 6-9. Advanced: June 8-11, July 13-16. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. www.icrc.net.

Girls Basketball Camp: Learn passing, dribbling, shooting, positioning, and strategies. Ages 6-14. 9 a.m.-noon. June 8-11. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $70. www.icrc.net.

Co-Ed Youth Basketball Camp: Camp will emphasize sportsmanship and the fundamentals of offensive and defensive skills. $65. Two locations: Ages 5-11. 9 a.m.-noon. July 27-30. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin; Ages 3-12. 1-4 p.m. June 29-July 2. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. www.icrc.net.

Little Playmakers Basketball Camp: Improve on fundamental skills and team game situational awareness. Open to boys and girls in grades 2-5. 9 a.m.-noon. July 20-24. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $130. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

HoopCity Basketball Camp: Learn basketball training and game participation including dribbling, passing, shootin. All skill levels. Ages 6-18. 8:30 a.m.-noon. June 29-July 2, July 6-9. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. $50. www.icrc.net.

George Bryan Golf Camp: For beginner to intermediate golfers. Ages 6-15. 9 a.m.-noon. July 20-22, July 27-29. George Bryan Golf Academy, 1080 Mt. Vernon Church Road. $95. www.icrc.net.

Golf Camp: Campers will learn basic skills, golf etiquette, history, and traditions. Grades pre-K-5. 9 a.m.-noon. July 13-15. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $125. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Best of Kid Fit Summer 2020/Greatest Hits: Experience all of the Kid Fit camps. Every day will be different. Ages 3-12. 9 a.m.-noon. Aug. 10-13. $65. Two locations: Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. www.icrc.net.

Scott Mcleod Baseball Camp: Learn hitting, throwing, base running, positioning, and strategies. Ages 6-14. 9 a.m.-noon. June 15-21. Chapin Elementary School, 940 Old Bush River Road, Chapin. $70. www.icrc.net.

Irmo Baseball Camp: Learn fundamentals through games and drills. Ages 5-14. 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-25. Irmo High School baseball field, 6671 St. Andrews Road. $70. www.icrc.net.

Baseball Camp: Camp will emphasize the basics of hitting, fielding, throwing, and running the bases. For boys and girls. Grades 5-8. 9 a.m.-noon. June 1-5. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $145. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Football Camp: Lean the fundamentals of running, passing, blocking and calling plays. Open to boys in girls in grades 5-8. 9 a.m.-noon. June 15-19. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $150. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Seven Oaks Park Soccer Camp: Learn passing, shooting, positioning, and strategies. Ages 5-17. 9 a.m.-noon. July 27-30. Seven Oaks Park, 200 Leisure Lane. $70. www.icrc.net.

Soccer Camp: Emphasis on fundamentals and game play, passing, dribbling and shooting. Grades pre-K-12. 1-4 p.m. July 20-24. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $135. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Speed & Agility Camp: Learn track stance, sprinting, positioning, and strategies. Ages 6-14. 9 a.m.-noon. July 8-11. Chapin High School track, 300 Columbia Ave., Chapin. $70. www.icrc.net.

Mini Ballet Camp: Learn self-discipline, listening skills, coordination skills, left and right discrimination, patterns in movement, and ballet. Ages 3-5. 1-4 p.m. Aug. 10-14. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. $99. www.icrc.net.

Kids Yoga & Mindfulness Camp: Campers will learn yoga postures for play and kindness; learn to recognize joy, anxiety and sadness triggers; and how to mindfully move with the feelings. Grades pre-K-4. 1-4 p.m. June 22-26. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $135. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Survivor Ninja Challenge Camp: Ninja course challenges include tunnels, obstacle courses, tumbling, ladder crawls, climbing wall, fit wheel and beam courses. Ages 4-9.Two locations: 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-25. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. $90; 9 a.m.-noon July 27-30. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $90. www.icrc.net.

Circus Camp (KidFit): Learn rings, bars, tumbling, juggling, balance, trampoline, stilt walking and more circus fun. Dress in a costume every day. Ages 3-12. $65. Two locations: 9 a.m.-noon June 22-25. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin; 9 a.m.-noon July 13-16, 1-4 p.m. June 8-11. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. www.icrc.net.

Bully Proof Camp: Learn Gracie Jiu-Jitsu self-defense skills, martial arts skills, character development, fitness and games. Ages 6-12. 9 a.m.-noon. June 15-18. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $72. www.icrc.net.

Unlimited Hands-on Science Nature Camp: Take a look at nature from all perspectives. Get ready to get a little dirty as we dig deep into nature. Grades pre-K to 8. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 1-5, June 22-26, July 20-24. $215; 9 a.m.-noon, June 1-5, June 22-26, July 20-24 $185; 1-4 p.m. June 1-5, June 22-26, July 20-24. $185. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $215. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Critter Camp: Enjoy a summer adventure and spend a day in the life of some of Saluda Shoals Park’s native wildlife. Ages 4-7. Three sessions: 9 a.m.-noon June 16-18, July 7-9; Aug. 4-6. Saluda Shoals Park Environmental Education Center, 5605 Bush River Road. $60. rkennerly@icrc.net; www.icrc.net.

Outdoor Adventure Camp: Park rangers will teach fire making, shelter options, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, tubing and more. Ages 8-12. Each camp is three days. Six sessions: 9 a.m.-noon June 9-11; June 16-18; July 7-9; July 21-23; July 28-30; Aug. 11-13. Saluda Shoals Park Environmental Education Center, 5605 Bush River Road. $60. rkennerly@icrc.net; www.icrc.net.

Kayak Camp: Campers will learn universal paddling symbols, strokes, river terminology, geology and some local history. The camp will conclude with a guided trip downstream. Ages 10-16. Each camp is three days. Three sessions: 9 a.m.-noon June 23-25; July 14-16; Aug. 4-6. Saluda Shoals Park Environmental Education Center, 5605 Bush River Road. $105. rkennerly@icrc.net; www.icrc.net.

Bethel Christian Camp (overnight): Campers learn archery, riflery, climbing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, crafts, sports, and outdoor survival. Other activities include bible study, group games, blob and zipline. Junior Camps (ages 7-11): $279. June 21-27, July 5-11, July 19-25. Middler Camps (ages 11-14): $279. June 28-July 4, July 12-18. Teen Camp (ages 13-16): $289. July 26-Aug. 1. Bethel Christian Camp, 750 Boy Scout Road, Gaston. www.bethelchristiancamp.org.

Columbia Sailing Club: This camp offers a variety of sailing options. Different sessions are offered throughout the summer. Ages 7-17. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 1-July 31. Columbia Sailing Club 292 Shuler Road. $425. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Sailing Camp: Camp will cover sailing basics, sailing drills, race course management, competition and rules. Basic swimming skills required. Ages 12-16. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 15-19, June 29-July 3, July 20-24. Lake Murray Sailing Club, 235 Old Forge Road, Chapin. $245. www.icrc.net.

Fishing Camp: Moderate swimming abilities or flotation device preferred. No electronics. Two locations: Ages 7-12. 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-26, July 13-17, Aug. 3-7. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. $90; Ages 7-14. 9 a.m.-noon June 8-12, July 20-24, Aug. 10-14. Crooked Creek Park, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $90. www.icrc.net.

Secret Agent Spy (Kid Fit): Scavenger hunts, puzzles, sports, and adventure all over Crooked Creek Park. Ages 9-12. 9 a.m.-noon. $65. Two locations: Aug. 3-6. Crooked Creek Park, 1098 Old Lexington Highway; June 15-18. Seven Oaks Park Community Center, 200 Leisure Lane. www.icrc.net.

Nature Camp: Go on a nature walk on campus and and journey off campus for nature adventures. Grades pre-K-5. 9 a.m.-noon. July 27-30. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. "$150. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Riverbanks Zoo Camp: Explore little-known areas of Riverbanks, meet animals and leave inspired to care for the natural world. Camp includes hands-on activities and experiences connected to the day or weeks theme. Ages 3-13. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 8-Aug. 14. Ages 3-4 with an adult meets 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Riverbanks Zoo, 500 Wildlife Parkway. $190 members/$240 general public for all day. www.riverbanks.org.

N3: Nerf, Noodle, and Net Camp: Bring your own Nerf gun for target shooting, play with noodles and engage in net sports. Ages 4-9. 9 a.m.-noon. Two locations: Aug.10-13. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. $90. June 8-11. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $90. www.icrc.net.

Gladiator Nerf Camp: Bring your own Nerf gun for target shooting. Games of include tug o' war, balance knock off, building towers, secret passages, and team and individual challenges. Ages 4-9. Two locations: 9 a.m.-noon. July 20-23. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Road. $90; 9 a.m.-noon. July 6-9, Aug. 3-6. Crooked Creek Park Community Center, 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. $90. www.icrc.net.

Fur Friends: Interact and learn about cats and dogs. Ages 6-8. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 22-26. Pawmetto Lifeline, 1275 Bower Parkway. $275. pawmettolifeline.org/fur-friends-summer-camp.

Pawmetto Lifeline: Learn about pet rescue, different breeds of cats and dogs, training tips and arts and crafts projects. Ages 9-12. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 20-24. Pawmetto Lifeline, 1275 Bower Parkway. $275. pawmettolifeline.org/fur-friends-summer-camp.

YMCA of Columbia Summer Camp: YMCA of Columbia camps offer a mix of fun and educational activities aimed at improving kid’s well-being. Ages 3-16. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. June 8-Aug. 14. Downtown YMCA, 1447 Hampton St. NorthWest Family YMCA, 1501 Kennerly Road, Irmo. Jeep Rogers Family YMCA, 900 Lake Carolina Drive. Half-day camps $60-$155; Full-day camps $120-$190. www.columbiaymca.org.

Camp Chatuga (overnight): Enjoy 30 activities including horseback riding, water skiing, canoeing, paddleboarding, BMX biking, crafts, archery, riflery, and other sports. Boys and girls ages 6-16. June 14-July 25. One-, two-, three- and four-week sessions available. 291 Camp Chatuga Road. $945 a week. www.campchatuga.com, 864-638-3728, mail@campchatuga.com.

Hawk Ridge Camp: Camps include field trips, field studies, swim lessons, music, theater, art, sports, and outdoor adventures. Campers are divided into three age groups: 3-4 years old, grades K-1, and grades 2-6. June 1-July 31. Full day: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Half day: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and noon-4 p.m. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $185 weekly full-day camp; $100 weekly half-day camp; $50 a day. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Heathwood Hall Summer Programs: Day camps for all ages, from 2 years to adult. Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. June 8-July 31. Heathwood Hall Episcopal School, 3000 South Beltline Blvd. $110 and up. www.heathwood.org/summer.

Trinity Baptist Day Camp: Weekly themed day camp. Grades K-6. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. June 8-Aug. 7. Trinity Baptist Church, 2003 Charleston Highway. $110/week. www.tbccayce.com/daycamp.

Youth Bridge Camp: Learn the basics of the game. Ages 10-18. 9-11:45 a.m. June 15-19. Columbia Bridge Club, 77 Brighton Hill Road. $25. www.bridgewebs.com/columbiabridgeclub.

Beat the Heat on The Polar Express: Make snow globes, gingerbread locomotives, wooden reindeers, prepare polar snacks, decorate Christmas ornaments, have a snowman race, run a wreath relay. Grades pre-K-8. 9 a.m.-noon. July 20-24. Hammond School, 854 GalwayLane. $165. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Creative Journaling: Perfect your writing style and create a journal. Grades 3-6. 9 a.m.-noon. July 20-24. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $180. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Olaf’s “Frozen” in Summer: There will be snowball fights, arts and crafts, reindeer snacks. Open to boys and girls in grades pre-K-4. 9 a.m.-noon. July 20-24. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $165. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

World of Wizards: Design wands, make magic potions, go on a magical creature hunt, play Quidditch. Grades 3-6. 9 a.m.-noon. July 13-17. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $180. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Mateys and Mermaids: Discover the hidden treasures of the sea through hands-on activities, music, arts, and social skills. Grades pre-K-5. 9 a.m.-noon. July 13-17. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $180. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Wild, Wild West: Gather around as we tell stories, play games and participate in activities designed to enrich campers’ fine- and gross-motor skills, encourage cooperation and social skill strategies. Grades pre-K-5. 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-26. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $180. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Pinkalicious: Enjoy a pinkerrific week of dress up, games, tea parties, cooking, and arts and crafts. Wear your pink clothing and accessories. Grades pre-K-4. 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-26. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $165. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Groovy Girls: Code root robots, coding games, paint their nails, have a dance party, and end the week with a water day. Grades 2-4. 1-4 p.m. June 15-19. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $145. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Red, White, Blue and You: A week of games, art, songs, and stories to get the children ready for Independence Day. Grades pre-K-1. 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-26. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $150. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Bread and Butter: Cooking Around the World: Learn about and cook a variety of dishes from around the world. Grades 6-9. 1-4 p.m. June 22-26. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $185. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Bread and Butter: Cooking Basics: Introduction to the basics of cooking and baking. Campers will take home a cookbook of recipes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Grades 1-5. 9 a.m.-noon. June 22-26, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $175. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Future Master Chess Camp: Receive chess instruction from the top chess players in South Carolina, take part in problem-solving exercises, and compete in a camp tournament. All levels. Grades 2-8. 9 a.m.-noon. June 15-19, July 20-24. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $200. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Master Training Chess Camp: Students should have played in at least one US Chess Federation tournament. One-on-one coaching, challenging puzzles, lectures, and a rated tournament. Grades 2-8. 1-4 p.m. June 15-19, July 20-24. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $200. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

American Girl Friends and Me: Bring your American Girl doll and read their books, play games, make crafts, have a tea party, and themed days such as spa day and pajama day. Grades pre-K-4. 9 a.m.-noon. June 15-19. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $150. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Mindful Fitness Club: Play games, have team challenges and participate in activities to create a mindful state. Grades 1-5. 9 a.m.-noon. June 8-12. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $180. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Let’s Have Fun with Legos: Explore and build with Legos. Grades pre-K-4. 9 a.m.-noon. June 8-12, July 13-17. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $165. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes: Campers will get their body moving through movement, fitness, music and yoga. Grades pre-K-5. 9 a.m.-noon. June 8-12. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $180. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Fancy Nancy: Camp includes crafts, activities, games, and life lessons you want all little girls to learn. Grades pre-K-1. 9 a.m.-noon. June 8-12. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $160. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Creative Girls: Listen to music, make snacks, design jewelry, create art projects, make fashion accessories, and learn about hair, nails and skin care. Grades 1-5. 9 a.m.-noon. June 8-12, July 27-31. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $165.00, www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

Super Sleuths: Experiment with detection techniques, reasoning and problem-solving skills. Grades 3-5. 9 a.m.-noon. July 27-31. Hammond School, 854 Galway Lane. $180. www.hammondschool.org/summer-programs.

This story was originally published February 27, 2020 at 7:31 AM with the headline "Looking for a summer camp? Here’s a list of opportunities for kids while school is out."